Yahoo Sports' Launch Pad - Biggest blasts from opening week

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Chuck Liddell backing Ben Askren vs. Jake Paul at Triller Fight Club: ‘He’s not easy to knock out’
UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell is supporting Ben Askren in the battle against Jake Paul.
23h ago
Yahoo Sports
Jamal Murray's torn ACL doesn't signal the end for the Nuggets' future
He just turned 24 this February, and with a core under the age of 27, this isn’t the end of the story for the Nuggets. The momentum has stopped for now, but there’s always another way to the cup.
4d ago
Yahoo Sports
Formula 1 Imola betting preview: Can Red Bull hold off Mercedes this time?
Max Verstappen may have a faster car than Lewis Hamilton. Will that equal a win in the second race of the season?
3d ago
Yahoo Sports
WNBA draft 2021: Wings keep Charli Collier home with No. 1 pick
Charli Collier will join Dallas and Aari McDonald is with Atlanta after a stellar NCAA tournament run.
2d ago
Yahoo Sports
MLS 2021 season preview: Key questions, who to watch and much more
The most compelling storylines. The key newcomers. The can't-miss games. We cover it all right here.
2d ago
Yahoo Sports
Jimmy Butler on Heat's struggles: 'We’re just being soft'
Jimmy Butler says the Heat have been humbled by opponents this season.
7h ago
The Associated Press
Watson, Watanabe lead Raptors past Magic, 113-102
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) Paul Watson Jr. scored 20 of his career-high 30 points in the third quarter Friday night and the Toronto Raptors pulled away to a 113-102 victory over the Orlando Magic. Playing in only his second game after missing 11 games due to the NBA's COVID-19 protocol, Watson converted six straight 3-point shots in the period, in which Toronto outscored the Magic 38-19. ''I had a tough little stretch of about three days,'' Watson said of his coronavirus experience, ''but I feel like my preparation since then is really helping me get to where I am now.
23h ago
Reuters
No fans in stands: Nadal, Djokovic miss the 'energy'
Empty stands has been the new normal for tennis since last year due to COVID-19 restrictions but top men's players like Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic said they still find it difficult to maintain their intensity during matches in the absence of fans. The professional circuit was shut down for several months last year before tournament organisers set up 'biosecure bubbles' for players and support staff while keeping fans away from stadiums. Barring the swing in Australia in February, tournaments continue to be played in front of a handful of fans at most.
3d ago
Yahoo Sports
Mac Jones' shortcomings don't fit into today's NFL. Yet, he could be QB outlier worthy of 49ers' draft gamble.
This is about whether the 49ers, or others, think they can win with a QB who will sit in the pocket, rather than make the defense worry about him slaloming through it.
3d ago
Yahoo Sports
Bulls star Zach LaVine to reportedly miss games after entering NBA's health and safety protocols
The Bulls will reportedly lose their best player as they fight for a playoff spot.
2d ago
NBA.com
Andrew Wiggins with a dunk vs the Denver Nuggets
Andrew Wiggins (Golden State Warriors) with a dunk vs the Denver Nuggets, 04/12/2021
5d ago
Reuters
Medvedev tests COVID-19 positive, out of Monte Carlo Masters
World number two Daniil Medvedev of Russia has tested positive for COVID-19 and has been withdrawn from this week's Monte Carlo Masters, the ATP said on Tuesday. Medvedev, who was seeded second behind top-ranked Novak Djokovic at the ATP Masters 1000 event on clay, has been put in isolation and is being monitored, the men's tennis governing body said in a statement. "It's a big disappointment not to play in Monte-Carlo," said the 25-year-old Medvedev.
5d ago
NBA.com
Chris Boucher with a dunk vs the Orlando Magic
Chris Boucher (Toronto Raptors) with a dunk vs the Orlando Magic, 04/16/2021
23h ago
NASCAR.com
What to Watch: Full guide to Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway
Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway (⏰ 3 p.m. ET | 📺 FOX | 📻 MRN, SiriusXM) Everything you need to know for Sunday’s race, the ninth points-paying NASCAR Cup Series event of the 2021 season. Where: Richmond Raceway, a .75-mile oval located in Richmond, Virginia Green flag: 3 p.m. ET TV/Radio: FOX, MRN, SiriusXM […]
7h ago
Reuters
NHL roundup: Bruins' Jeremy Swayman shuts out Isles
David Pastrnak and Taylor Hall scored in a 50-second span bridging the first and second periods Friday night and goalie Jeremy Swayman recorded his first NHL shutout as the host Boston Bruins completed a two-game sweep of the New York Islanders with a 3-0 win. Curtis Lazar added an empty-netter with 1:12 left for the Bruins, who have won three straight since acquiring Hall and Lazar from the Buffalo Sabres on Monday.
19h ago
Yahoo Sports Videos
Why Trevor Lawrence is the 'natural' NFL quarterback
In Yahoo Fantasy Football Forecast's Rookie Snapshot, Liz Loza and Eric Edholm break down NFL prospect Trevor Lawrence and decide what word best describes the former Clemson QB. Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Football Forecast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
1d ago
NBA.com
DeMar DeRozan with a dunk vs the Toronto Raptors
DeMar DeRozan (San Antonio Spurs) with a dunk vs the Toronto Raptors, 04/14/2021
3d ago
MMA Junkie
Jeremy Stephens vs. Drakkar Klose called off as UFC on ESPN 22 goes to air
The grudge match will have to wait, as Jeremey Stephens vs. Drakkar Klose was called off just before the start of UFC on ESPN 22.
2h ago
Yahoo Sports
LaMarcus Aldridge retires from NBA after experiencing irregular heartbeat during game
LaMarcus Aldridge said his irregular heartbeat was "one of the scariest things I've ever experienced."
2d ago
NBC Sports Boston
David Pastrnak praises 'unbelievable' Taylor Hall amid Bruins win streak
The early returns from the Boston Bruins' trade deadline additions have been fantastic, including the scoring production from Taylor Hall.
8h ago

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